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P028A Powertrain

P028A — Charge Air Cooler Cooling Fan Control Circuit/Open

Open circuit at the charge air cooler cooling fan (electric fan helping to cool the intercooler).

General code reference. Confirm the definition and diagnostic procedure for your vehicle's year, model and engine. A stored code alone does not identify a failed part.

Affected components

  • Cac cooling fan
  • Fan wiring

Possible causes to check

These are possible checks, not a ranked diagnosis. Follow the vehicle manufacturer's test procedure before replacing parts.

  • Wiring break
  • Pin pushed back out of connector body
  • Cracked solder joint inside the module or sensor

Diagnostic notes

  • The malfunction indicator lamp may illuminate
  • This code can affect emissions

Sources

Check each reference's vehicle and model-year scope. General background links do not establish which fault is most likely on your vehicle.

Diagnostic information is provided for reference only. Confirm the code with a compatible scan tool and follow the vehicle manufacturer's service procedures before replacing components.

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